Act changes would “handcuff” Qantas: JoyceProposed amendments to the Qantas Sales Act would not only restrict the carriers leap into outside markets but also put the airline in jeopardy, according to chief executive Alan Joyce.
- Incentives to encourage tourism growth
The State Government has introduced incentives to support the necessary investment and development of hotels in Western Australia to boost tourism and the states economy.
- Aussies warned to be weary of Xmas scammers
Flights too cheap to be true? Then they are probably fake.
- Industry gets their Gleek on for Thirsty Thursdays
- Strategic reveals green, gold Air Australia
- Jetstar in court over discrimination case
- Emirates reconsiders FIFA sponsorship
Air Austral GM fares to Indian OceanEconomy fares to RUN/MRU start from $667, commissionable at 9%. Travel between 01Feb-15Nov. Sale until further notice.
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On this week's Getaway
it's Jules vs Wild!
Europe from only $999 return!
Online travel agent ZUJI Australia (zuji.com.au) has partnered with Garuda Indonesia to give travellers a new reason to fly high...to Amsterdam, that is.
Air Pacific Reaches Historic Agreement with Flight Attendants on New 5 Year Union Contract
Negotiations result in no redundancies, increased base pay and new benefits
Hurtigruten announces release of 2012 Norway BrochureHurtigruten and Discover the World Marketing are pleased to announce the recent launch of the Hurtigruten 2012 Norway brochure.
2012 QM2 Sydney to Hong Kong $4,389.0020 night Sydney to Hong Kong package onboard Queen Mary 2. Departs 7 Mar 2012
Oceania Cruises to christen new 'Riviera' in Monaco, April 2012
Go Wild With Ko Samui NightlifeWhen the sun goes down and the night owls come out to play, Ko Samui nightlife takes on a character of its own.
Jumeirah at Etihad Towers opens its doors in Abu Dhabi
First Jumeirah hotel in the UAEs Capital
Mystic Mountain Bobsled Jamaica Announces December Opening of Mystic Ridge Resort in Ocho Rios
Mystic Ridge Jamaica Limited has announced plans to open Mystic Ridge Resort in Ocho Rios, a 135-room, mixed-use property of deluxe rooms and apartment rentals, on December 15, 2011.
A Californian Adventure indeed!Let me commence this story by stating that the Disney Californian Adventure is in no way a lesser of the two theme parks in the Disneyland resort.
Hollywood Heights HotelAn affordable dash of Hollywood is only a stones throw from the citys major attractions at the Hollywood Heights Hotel.
Bubba Gump no shrimp in entertainment… Santa MonicaHow can I be having so much fun in a themed restaurant?
All That's New And Exciting On The Gold Coast
Fun filled family entertainment and springtime festivities continue on the Gold Coast this month as the perfect lead in to the summer holiday period.
New Online Guide Provides Insider Insights to Kangaroo Island and Beyond
The South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) and Responsibletravel.com have created a new multimedia travel guide to Kangaroo Island and South Australia featuring advice and suggestions from locals
Greece Med Travel staff member, Michelle, returns from her educational to Israel.Greece Med Travel employee, Michelle, has recently returned from an educational where she experienced the wonders of touring Israel and met the people of this energising country.
Experience a magical tour of Britain with 2,3 and even 4 night stays!See the best of Britain with Albatross Tours on a 19 day escorted tour designed for Australians and New Zealanders
“DriveAway Holidays launches its Car & Motorhome Rental Brochure for 2012/13”Hot off the Press The DriveAway Holidays Car & Motorhome Brochure 2012/13 - out now!
Travelport Launches ‘Lowest Public Rate’ Hotel Programme
Leading hotel groups guarantee Travelport agents the lowest public rates
- Aus Govt implements TelePresence, cuts MICE spending
Business travel has taken a hit as the Aus Government cuts back $100,600 in travel costs after utilising the National Telepresence System (NTS).
IMEX’s Tom Hulton presented with Moises Shuster Award
Tom Hulton, Director of International Relations for the IMEX Group, and linchpin in the development of two of the groups most successful New Vision industry initiatives, has been awarded the prestigious Moises Shuster Award.
Langham Hospitality Group kick-starts meetings for 2012 with ‘Double the extra mile’ offer
Langham Hospitality Group is calling on event planners to kick start their group meetings for 2012 with a reward-filled offer Double the extra mile.
Central Coast partnership attracts major conference & more spotlight on the region
Fresh on the heels of the announcement that the Central Coast is amongst the first regions to receive rollout of the National Broadband Network, a similar partnership has secured the Central Coast to host a premier national conference Sustainable Economic Growth for Regional Australia (SEGRA) 2012 conference.
Another resounding success for ITE HCMC
A key driver for the tourism industry in the region
Social Media, Tourism Marketing & PR workshopsWant to know how to handle crisis communications in a traditional and social media world?
A creative holiday in Dubai
Creative Holidays, a division of the Travel Corporation and Australias leading independent holiday company, has held their annual Brand Management Conference in Dubai.
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Birth of Tiger Cubs Inspires Travellers to Volunteer
i-to-i Volunteering is attributing a recent spike in enquiry to the birth of three big cat babies at Sydneys Taronga Zoo last week.
Master the Creative Edge in Sydney this month
Creativity is just one Master Class away Creative Director and Producer for Event for City of Sydney, Gillian Minervini, is presenting The Creative Edge at the University of Technology Sydney on 18 November.
Parador Resort & Spa, Costa Rica Honored With Three World Travel Awards
Resort Awarded by International Program for 7th Consecutive Year
C&M Travel Recruitment win award
C&M Travel Recruitment have been awarded Best Travel Recruitment Agency at this week's British Travel Awards.
Pullman Cairns takes two at the TNQ Tourism Awards
Josefa Tuamoto to depart Tourism Fiji
Tourism Fiji Board Chairman, Dave Pflieger has confirmed current CEO Josefa Tuamoto will be leaving the post he has held for three years at the end of November 2011.
Novotel Forest Resort Creswick welcomes new Director of Sales and Marketing
Novotel Forest Resort Creswick is pleased to announce the appointment of Corrie Stathis to the position of Director of Sales and Marketing.
Carnival Cruise Lines broke the world record for the longest distance travelled on a slip and slide in an hour as part of their marketing campaign to promote the all-new ‘Thrill Slide’ soon to feature onboard Carnival Spirit.
Taking place at Cronulla Park in Sydney in October 2011, view the footage of how they achieved this feat.
Geneva's Eastwest Hotel: Asian Chic Meets EurodesignIn a city endowed with many five-star hotels catering to bankers and diplomats, it is refreshing to find a human-scale establishment where friendliness usurps formality without sacrifice in quality.
Cruise Recap – 4th November 2011Enjoy e-Travel Blackboards look at the top cruise related stories for the past week.
